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Anathem - an evening with Neal Stephenson
Neal Stephenson's long-awaited book Anathem will be released to the public on Tuesday September 9, 02008. Join us on this evening to hear the author read from his new work and converse with Stewart Brand and Danny Hillis of The Long Now Foundation. We'll also have a special musical performance of math-based chanting created for Anathem by composer David Stutz . A book signing, reception and all-around celebration will follow (we'll have a cash bar too). Additional copies of the book will also be for sale at the event, but we can only guarantee that pre-ordered books will be signed.
The concept behind Anathem germinated in 01999* when Danny Hillis asked Stephenson and several other contributors to sketch out their ideas of what Long Now's 10,000 Year Clock might look like. Stephenson tossed off a quick sketch and promptly forgot about it. Five years later, however, when he was between projects, the idea came back to him and he began to explore the possibility of building a novel around it - Anathem is the result.
"It is a great story, set in an alternative reality where people take long-term thinking seriously." -Danny Hillis
"Long Now’s 10,000-year clock inspired Neal Stephenson’s new story, Anathem, and now Anathem is inspiring the Long Now. In ten centuries, no one will be sure which came first." -Kevin Kelly
Tickets are $10 for the event only, or $42.50 for the event and a SIGNED copy of Anathem ($10 ticket and $32.50 book, includes tax -- only pre-ordered books are guaranteed to be signed).
Members of The Long Now Foundation receive a complimentary ticket with RSVP, and can choose to pre-order a SIGNED copy of Anathem for $32.50 when they RSVP (only pre-ordered books are guaranteed to be signed).
Tickets and Member RSVP are available through Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/42323
We will also be doing a live stream of this event at 7pm PST on 9/9/08 on http://www.longnow.org/anathem/ Neal Stephenson's long-awaited book Anathem will be released to the public on Tuesday September 9, 02008. Join us on this evenin... more -
Mechanicrawl
The Long Now Foundation Presents
Mechanicrawl
www.mechanicrawl.org
Saturday July 12, 02008
from 3pm to 8pm
Spend a summer day exploring the mechanical marvels along San Francisco's North Shore! See giant running steam engines, turn of the century automata, mechanical computers, an 8 foot high mechanical planetarium and more...
You'll be able to map your own route for the event and spend as much time at each location as you'd like. Maps, routes and additional info are listed under Map Your Crawl.
You can purchase tickets for Mechanicrawl, or join one of the participating organizations and get in free! Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children (under 6 are free) and $11 for students and seniors.
A great way to support these mechanical marvels of San Francisco is through their membership programs; links are included under Main Attractions. The Long Now Foundation Presents Mechanicrawl www.mechanicrawl.org Saturday July 12, 02008 from 3pm to 8pm ... more -
Under the Radar: Presidio Then and Now in San Francisco 5/31
Thanks to meligrosa for telling us about yet another intriguing local event that we used for an on-air Under the Radar segment.
Keep your submissions coming at:
http://www.current.com/undertheradar Thanks to meligrosa for telling us about yet another intriguing local event that we used for an on-air Under the Radar segment. ... more -
Bike Away from Work Party in San Francisco 5/15
Cheers to meligrosa for giving us the heads up on some of the activities happening on Bike to Work Day. Don't forget to ride on on May 15th!
To let us know what's going on in your city, send us a post for on-air consideration at:
http://www.current.com/undertheradar Cheers to meligrosa for giving us the heads up on some of the activities happening on Bike to Work Day. Don't forget to ride on o... more -
Bike to Work Day is May 15th!
Bike to Work Day 2008, sweat and chain grease is the new dress code.
Here is some San Francisco info - if not in SF, check your local transit sites for more info. Enjoy your city, <please comment :) where you are> and don't forget your blinkies!
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Pedal some and meet some new pals around town.
There will be many stations around the city to mingle or grab snacks.
(image credit: www.andysinger.com) Cheers!
From the SF bike coalition: www.sfbike.org
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*Our Bike Doctors will help you Gear Up!
The SFBC will help you dust off that old bike and pump up those tires to get you rolling for Bike to Work Day.
*Energizer Stations
Volunteers will cheer you on at 25 Energizer Stations around San Francisco! Stop by one of the stations to load up on free coffee, snacks, and convenient tote bags for future commutes.
*You'll be in good company
You'll be joining bike commuters new and old in making a statement about the importance of supporting the two wheeled way. Join our mayor, supervisors, and thousands of San Franciscans in moving proof that bicycling is a viable form of transportation in this city.
* SFBC's Annual Bike Away for Work Party
Thu., May. 15 | 6-10pm, The Rickshaw Stop, 155 Fell St. You're invited to the SF Bicycle Coalition's fun and fabulous Bike Away from Work Party! Stop by The Rickshaw Stop on your commute home and unwind (valet bike parking provided). Learn the city's biking secrets from fellow bicyclists and bask in the glow of a successful Bike to Work Day!
Fabulous prizes to be raffled off! Don't miss it. Bike to Work Day 2008, sweat and chain grease is the new dress code. ... more -
Presidio's past and present
The hidden gem of ILM, (Industrial Light and Magic) for all you star war fans out there, where magic happens, here is. Should be nice, make sure to greet YODA's statue.
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Saturday, May 31, 2008 • 10 AM - 12 PM
Location: Crissy Field Center, Presidio
Event Type: Birds/Wildlife, Environment/Science, History, Tours/Walk/Recreation
Cost: $10 per adult, $5 per child
Join “On the Level” (no hills or steps!) Marilyn Straka for a unique
look at the Presidio’s past and present: from army cannons to the new Letterman Digital Arts Center.
Fee is $10 per adult and $5 per child. / All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult). The hidden gem of ILM, (Industrial Light and Magic) for all you star war fans out there, where magic happens, here is. Should be nice,... more -
Cook Books, Cheese & Good Green Practices Ferry Bldg. San Francisco
Here's a link for all your things local, well some of them, that take place in the wonderful Ferry Bldg. Enjoy!
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"Reusable bag giveaway - If you're a local shopper, come to the South Side of Ferry Building for a free reusable tote bag. Bay Area residents only--shoppers may be asked to show ID to determine eligibility."
Waste Wise Celebration at Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
Saturday, April 26, 2008
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Here's a link for all your things local, well some of them, that take place in the wonderful Ferry Bldg. Enjoy! - ... more -
Jimmy Carter in San Francisco, May 6th
President Jimmy Carter Booksigning
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Time: Tuesday, May 6, 2008 7:00 p.m.
Location: Books Inc. in Opera Plaza, 601 Van Ness, San Francisco, CA 94102
Former President Jimmy Carter will be signing his new book A Remarkable Mother an admiring homage to Miss Lillian revealing her redoubtable, generous, and forward-looking nature and ascribes to her the inspiration for his own life's work of commitment and faith. Tickets Required Tickets will be issued on event day only to those with a Books Inc. receipt for A Remarkable Mother and all accompanying books.
Booksigning Only- No personalization or inscriptions
** Photos Allowed- From designated area only No posed photo in line President Jimmy Carter Booksigning - Time: Tuesday, May 6, 2008 7:00 p.m. ... more -
Barack Obama speaking in San Francisco - TONIGHT
Barack Obama will be speaking in San Francisco tonight @ Bill Graham Civic. Doors open @ 6:30. Tickets are $15 for students and $30 for non-students.
Barack - all I ask is one thing...please, no dancing! Barack Obama will be speaking in San Francisco tonight @ Bill Graham Civic. Doors open @ 6:30. Tickets are $15 for students and $30 ... more
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